Description
A hearty and comforting chicken chili packed with vegetables, beans, and warm spices, finished with melted cheddar for a rich touch. Perfect for a cozy, protein-filled meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
- 2 yellow onions, chopped
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 1 poblano pepper, chopped
- 2 cans Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 can tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle peppers in adobo
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3–4 cups broth
- 1 can kidney beans or black beans (with liquid)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- Greek yogurt or sour cream (for serving)
- cilantro, avocado, green onions (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, add the butter, chicken, onion, carrots, celery, peppers, Ro-Tel tomatoes, tomato paste, chipotle, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
- Pour in the broth and add the beans with their liquid. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, then return it to the pot. Stir in the shredded cheddar until melted.
- Ladle into bowls and top with Greek yogurt or sour cream, cilantro, avocado, and green onions as desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time; add it during the simmer step.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chipotle peppers.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend for variation.
- Serve with crusty bread or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
